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Why Is It Called Derbyshire?

The name Derbyshire is derived from the Old English word shire, meaning a division of a kingdom with its own governor, with the town of Derby being its administrative centre. What is the meaning of Derbyshire? Meaning of Derbyshire in English Derbyshire. /ˈdɑː.bɪ.ʃər/ us. /ˈdɑːr.bɪ.ʃɚ/ a county (= an area with its own local government) …

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